Growth & Failure
by Yinh Hinh
Growth & Failure is a podcast that salutes the doers, knowing that growth is born from action, struggle, and perseverance. Our mission is to initiate productive conversations, and champion action with a 'win or learn’ growth mindset. The show highlights unique interviews with entrepreneurs, investors, athletes, pioneers of all types - and shares their personal and professional journey with a slight twist. Join Creator/Host, Yinh Hinh, as they discuss their mistakes, their failures and the lessons learned along the way.
Episodes
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Heather Loomis Tighe - Founder of Loomis Capital Management
In this episode, we discuss: Heather's professional journey and how it could have started with the CIA Why the investment world lured her in What happens with work when you blend the personal with professional Launching Loomis Capital The genesis of Here's the Thing with Heather Please enjoy this...
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Lisa Curtis, Founder & CEO of Kuli Kuli Foods
In this episode, we dive into: Lisa's journey working as a Peace Corps volunteer Working with women farmers in Niger and her first introduction to Moringa The healing power of Moringa, superfoods and ultimately, communities Her entrepreneurial path and creating Kuli Kuli Foods, the first brand to...
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Shilpa Shah - Entrepreneur, Co-Founder of Cuyana
In this episode, we dive into: How Shilpa transitioned her computer science degree and experience in the tech world to creating a pioneering fashion brand that reshaped the e-commerce and retail landscape. Co-Founding CUYANA and the importance of "Fewer, Better" Transformative work with Robin...
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Dr. Susan Swick, Chief Mental Health Officer at Montage Health
In this episode - we dive into: Transitioning from a history major to medical school The opportunity to build Ohana, Montage Health's child and adolescent mental health program. How to build mental fitness, for children and adults Building her own Ohana Please enjoy this interview with the...
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Vanessa Dew - Entrepreneur, Co-Founder of Healthade Kombucha
In this episode, we discuss: How hot tub sessions with her best friends helped bring kombucha into the mainstream Building Health-Ade from farmers markets to over 50K stores nationwide The identity shift when you take a step back from the company you built Why it's important to treat and trust…
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Kyla Scanlon - Author, Economic commentator, and Educator
In this episode - we cover: How Western Kentucky University shaped her love for economics Through Covid comes content creation Her best-selling book, In This Economy Bread, her media company, and the expansion goals Rethinking how we talk about economics education As she autographed her book for…
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Wendy Morgan - Writer/Film Maker/Director
In this episode, we dive into: Her family's journey from Chile to Canada The moment she fell in love with music videos How Wendy broke into the world of directing unforgettable music videos and narrative films The story behind directing one of the greatest music videos of all time Wendy Morgan...
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Eve Meyer - Fmr Executive Director of San Francisco Suicide Prevention
In this episode, we discuss: Her family's immigration story after the Holocaust How the death of her sister impacted the family Leading the San Francisco Suicide Prevention for 30+ years Managing 65K calls each year in the oldest US suicide hotline Using humor as therapy Please enjoy this episode...
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Rosanne Longmore - CEO of Coroflo
In this episode, we discuss: Rosanne's journey from wealth management to entrepreneurship How a groundbreaking medical device got on her radar Taking on the CEO role of the startup, Coroflo Their groundbreaking technology that helps new mothers and newborns How connection drives her and Coroflo's...
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Dr. Andi Simon - Using Anthropology to Grow Your Business
In this episode - we cover: Dr. Simon's pioneering work as a corporate anthropologist How humans hate to change, have to change, and need a hand Turning observations into innovation AI vs AI: Artificial Intelligence vs Anthropological Intelligence Please enjoy this interview with the changemaker,...
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Helaine Knapp - Founder & CEO of CITYROW
In this episode - we cover: Helaine's professional journey from tech & marketing to founding CITYROW When she got bit by the rowing bug How she built the company from one studio in NYC into a national fitness brand with over 65 franchises Her exit and selling the business to WaterRower From her...
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Amy Wong - Co-Founder of Batch 22 Bakery
In this episode - we cover: Amy's journey from a career in tech and product marketing to building a cookie kingdom. How her cookie crumbled...why she left her 9am-5pm only to work 6am-3am Changing lives one oatmeal raisin cookie at a time What happens when she follows (and feeds) her gut Please...
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Jeanna Liu - Founder of Cowbell Plant Co.
In this episode - we cover: Jeanna's journey from MIT alum to Wall St Banker to Entrepreneur How she came up with the idea to create a self-watering technology and focus on taking the stress out of plant care Where she came up with the name Cowbell (Hi Will Ferrell!) What happens when you put…
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Dr. Sonia Gupta - Founder of AlohaBrite
In this episode, we cover: Sonia's failed attempt at MatLab How seeing an Operation Smile flyer changed her life Why she takes one mission a year Becoming an entrepreneur and founding AlohaBrite How much sugar we really should consume Please enjoy this dose of pure Aloha! To learn more about…
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Maya Enista Smith - Kindness Champion
In this episode, we cover: How a dream with purple pants changed her life Creating the Born This Way Foundation with Lady Gaga Building a kinder, braver world for young people Ways to strengthen your kindness muscle Please enjoy this conversation with the kind, the brave, the incomparable - Maya...
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Aimée Eubanks Davis - Founder and CEO, Braven
In this episode, we cover: - Growing up in the south side of Chicago - Early lessons in economic mobility - Working at Teach for America for 13+ years - Founding Braven - Wage gaps in high vs low income graduates - How preparation leads to confidence Please enjoy this conversation with the...
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Anne Oliver, Founder - House of M Beauty
This is the story of Anne Nguyen Oliver, Founder of House of M Beauty. In this episode, we cover: - Anne's journey from Vietnam to California - Losing her parents at a young age and being left homeless - How she discovered the magical properties of medicinal saffron - Building House of M into a...
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Jaclynn Demas, Emmy-award winning Producer
In this episode, we cover: - Goonies Never Say Die!...how the movie changed her life - How being a bartender got her a job at Nick Jr - Producing the award-winning Peg+Cat on PBS Kids - What it was like winning her first Emmy - Her unwavering commitment to think creatively and collaboratively...
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Rachel Klein, Founder and CEO - Fire Starter Studios
This is the story of Rachel Klein, CEO of Fire Starter Studios, a video production company producing a wide range of content from animation to award winning documentaries. In this episode - we cover Rachel's journey: - Producing content at HBO, UFC Prime Time, Showtime and Xbox Studios - The...
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Laurie Wayburn, Co-Founder & President - Pacific Forest Trust
This is the story of Laurie Wayburn, Co-Founder and President of Pacific Forest Trust. In this episode, we discuss: - Laurie's journey to Africa and back to California - The origins and her passion for forestry management - Beyond the Trees, a beautiful documentary showcasing why forests are...
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Allison Bishop - Computer Scientist, Writer, Comedian. President and Co-Founder, Proof Trading.
This is the story of Allison Bishop, an incredible polymath. In this episode, we discuss: - How a failure in creative writing led her down the path to computer science - Real applications of cryptology - Combinatorics (LMGTFY: A branch of math) - Launching Proof Trading - Controlling how you set...
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Molly Bloom, Entrepreneur, Speaker, Author
This is the story of Molly Bloom. If you haven't read her book, the fantastic memoir called Molly's Game, go read it immediately! And then watch the movie, Molly's Game, led by the brilliant Aaron Sorkin in his directorial debut. It is an injection of energy, intrigue and ultimately of…
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Carolyn Dewar, Sr Partner - McKinsey, Bestselling Author - CEO Excellence
In this episode, we discuss: - Her determination at the age of 12 to get into St. Andrews - Working at McKinsey & Company for over two decades - Building the CEO Practice at McKinsey - What she has learned working with the top CEOs around the world - Six mindsets that distinguish the best leaders...
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Nicky Jackson, CEO of RangeMe
This is the story of Nicky Jackson, CEO and Founder of RangeMe. In this episode, we discuss: - Her career as a Marketing Executive at Kellogg's, Uncle Toby's, Goodman Fielder, Pepsico and Jim Beam - Developing a baby skincare product for her daughter's eczema - The frustration for…
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Jessica Ryan, CEO of All Together Now
In this episode, we discuss: - Jessica’s journey from Kansas City, MO - Growing up (unbeknownst to her) as the worst dancer in her group - Creating content at the intersection of technology and live experiences - How the heartbeat of an audience can sync up during live Broadway performances -...
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Lokelani Alabanza, Founder/Owner of Saturated Ice Cream
This is the story of Lokelani Alabanza. In this sweet episode, we discuss: - What it was like growing up in a black household with her wide-ranging heritage: her Dad is half-Filipino, half-Mexican; her Step-Father is of Danish and Sicilian descent, and she was heavily influenced by her maternal...
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Ellen Fondiler, Business and Career Strategist extraordinaire
This is the story of Ellen Fondiler, Business and Career Strategist extraordinaire. In this episode, we discuss Ellen's career journey from: Death Penalty Attorney Bakery owner Documentary filmmaker Non-profit director Podcaster Career and business strategist I am inspired by Ellen's fearless...
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Emila Damjanovic, Lead Edge Capital
This is the story of Emily Damjanovic, Head of Investor Relations at Lead Edge Capital. In this episode, we discuss: - The impact of the Yugoslav Wars during her childhood - Emila's journey from Slovenia to New York City - The curious mindset - How her kind and thoughtful approach led to…
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Carla Gray, Head of Safety and Security - Epic Games
This is the story of Carla Gray, Head of Safety and Security at Epic Games In this episode, we discuss: - Her 2nd grade announcement to work in the Secret Service. - Actually working in the Secret Service at the age of 22! - Leading safety and security at Epic Games - Carla's experience in…
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Lan Pham, Founder and CEO of SANG
This is the story of Lan Pham, Founder and CEO of the food and beverage brand SANG. In this episode, we discuss: - Lan's incredible journey from Vietnam to Wichita, Kansas - How her single mother with 7 other siblings got separated in various refugee camps and how they reunited! - Genesis behind...
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Noha Sidhom, Founder and CIO of Viribus Capital
This is the story of Noha Sidhom, Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Viribus Capital, a firm focused on trading power products in the organized electricity markets. In this episode, we discuss: - Noha's journey from Cairo, Egypt to Omaha, Nebraska - Going from lawyer to electricity trading...
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Sarah Solemani, Creator, Actor, Writer, and Activist
This is the story of Sarah Solemani, Creator, Actor, Writer, and Activist. In this episode, we discuss: - Sarah's creative journey to acting, writing, producing, and directing - Being in service of the audience - Unsung heroes that she champions - The Joy of the Drop - What success means to her…
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Clara Brenner, Co-Founder - Urban Innovation Fund
This is the story of Clara Brenner, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of the Urban Innovation Fund. In this episode, we discuss: - Clara's journey from real estate development to venture capitalist - Her mission-led focus on solving interesting community challenges - How she co-founded the Urban...
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Alisa Carrigan, Nuclear War Studies PhD and Senior Analyst at US GAO
This is the story of Ali Carrigan, Senior Analyst at US Government Accountability Office with a Nuclear War Studies PhD. In this episode, we discuss: - Ali's journey from journalism camp to nuclear energy research - Why she obtained a PhD in War Studies - focusing specifically on nuclear...
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Cheryl Francis, Co-Chairman and Co-Founder, Corporate Leadership Center
This is the story of Cheryl Francis, Co-Chairman and Co-Founder, Corporate Leadership Center In this episode, we discuss: - Cheryl's journey from HS Valedictorian to corporate CFO - The difficult decision to leave the corporate world and prioritize family - How she got to be an adjunct professor…
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Kate Torgersen, Founder & CEO of Milk Stork
In this episode, we discuss: - Kate's journey from Ski Instructor to Entrepreneur - Her experience at ClifBar for nearly 20 years, working closely with the founders Gary and Kit Crawford - How the idea of Milk Stork developed - Humanity vs Operations - Business is in service of humanity, not the...
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Dr. Penny Goldberg, Elihu Professor of Economics at Yale University, Former Chief Economist of the World Bank
This is the story of Penny Goldberg, Elihu Professor of Economics at Yale University, Former Chief Economist of the World Bank. In this episode, we discuss: - Penny's journey from Athens to academia and her path from Greece to Yale University - Her work in trade, globalization, labor markets and...
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Dr. Lint Barrage, Chair of Energy and Climate Economics and Associate Professor, ETH Zurich
This is the story of Dr. Lint Barrage, Chair of Energy and Climate Economics and Associate Professor, ETH Zurich In this episode, we discuss: - Lint's journey in academia at the intersection of economics and climate impact - Research and mentors at the University of Chicago and Yale University -...
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Tandice Urban - Co-Founder of The Lanby
This is the story of Tandice Urban, Co-Founder of The Lanby. In this episode, we discuss: - Tandice's journey from law to film to hospitality and ultimately healthcare - Her battle with an autoimmune issue - Combining superb hospitality and healthcare to create The Lanby - How she is creating an...
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Marty Willis - Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at TIAA and Cancer Thriver
This is the story of Marty Willis, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at TIAA and Cancer Thriver. In this episode, we discuss: Marty’s journey from marketing brochures in milk crates to Chief Marketing Officer Shaping the education, awareness and planning for future retirees How...
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Nina Cranstoun - The Black Widow of Boxing
This is the story of Nina Cranstoun, the Black Widow of Boxing. In this episode, we discuss: - Ice cream sales at Wimbledon - Being diagnosed with epilepsy and how she lives with this 'roommate' - How domestic violence hurt and helped her - Becoming the Black Widow of boxing - Who can turn your...
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Serena Roberts Houlihan - CEO and Co-Founder of Le Wren
This is the story of Serena Roberts Houlihan, CEO and Co-Founder of Le Wren. In this episode, we discuss: - Serena's journey from retail executive to entrepreneur - Her Mom's battle with cancer - How her second exposure to Glioblastoma launched the idea for Le Wren - Compassionate capitalism -...
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Perth Tolle - Founder of Life + Liberty Indexes, Creator of Freedom 100 EM Index (ETF FRDM)
In this episode, we discuss: - Perth's first exposure to censorship - Moving from China to the US - Delaying law school to move to Hong Kong - How she became interested in finance and investments - Creating the Freedom ETF - Her "Grand Design" To learn more about Perth, the Freedom ETF or Life…
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Felicia Alexander - Co-Founder of BoxUnion Studio, CRO at Title Boxing Club
This is the story of Felicia Alexander, an energetic force with a mission to bring the benefits of fitness boxing to consumers anytime, anywhere. In this episode, we discuss: - Why she transitioned from the tech world to entrepreneurship - How the loss of her father shaped her drive and passion -...
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Mahya Salehi - Architect & Founder of Mahya Salehi Studio
This is the story of Mahya Salehi. In this episode, we discuss: - Growing up in Northeast Iran - Her passion in design and decor - Launching her own architectural firm - Expanding her business during a pandemic - Developing an elevated experience with and for clients - Learning from her "Stupid...
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Lynn Yap - Author of The Altruistic Capitalist
In this episode, we discuss: - Growing up in Malaysia - Discovering, developing and cultivating one's voice - Why taking Facebook public changed her investment banking career - How she started an organization that helps the underprivileged to discover their talents - Writing a book during the...
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Akilah Releford, Founder & CEO of Mary Louise Cosmetics
This is the story of Akilah Releford. In this episode, we discuss: - Starting a company in her dorm room at Howard University - Her love of DIY skincare recipes and routines - Creating a clean beauty company - Early setbacks in growing the business, completing orders and marketing the brand - The...
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Dr. Aoife Brennan, President & CEO of Synlogic Therapeutics
In this episode, we discuss: - Aoife’s journey to becoming a physician scientist and drug developer - Synthetic biology applications - Her role as CEO of Synlogic (Nasdaq: SYBX) - Intersection of biology and engineering - Remaining sustainably uncomfortable Please enjoy this interview with the...
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Dr. Allison Hall, Founder & CEO of MyKidBlooms
In this episode, we discuss: - Allison’s journey in pediatric physical therapy - Catalyst to creating MyKidBlooms - Importance of providing support for the entire family ecosystem - Growth and healing from trauma Please enjoy this interview with Dr. Allison Hall. For more information on Allison…
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Elaine Zelby - Partner at SignalFire
This is the story of Elaine Zelby, the spectacular investor, advisor, entrepreneur, podcaster and writer who infuses so much energy into every project she works on. In this episode, we discuss: - Elaine's Shiny Object Syndrome - Why she left Slack and what it's like to be a VC Partner at…
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About this show
Growth & Failure is a podcast that salutes the doers, knowing that growth is born from action, struggle, and perseverance. Our mission is to initiate productive conversations, and champion action with a 'win or learn’ growth mindset. The show highlights unique interviews with entrepreneurs, investors, athletes, pioneers of all types - and shares their personal and professional journey with a slight twist. Join Creator/Host, Yinh Hinh, as they discuss their mistakes, their failures and the lessons learned along the way.
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Yinh Hinh